Animals, Religion and the Environment The Bible’s Teachings on Protecting Animals and Nature by Lewis Regenstein

Part 6: The Beasts of the Field Shall Be at Peace with Thee

The Book of Psalms makes it clear that God's goodness and
compassion are not reserved just for humans but extend to all of His creatures.

Psalm 36:6 praises the Deity, saying that animals as well as
humans are subject to His protection: “Thy righteousness is like the great
mountains.... O Lord, thou preservest man and beast. How excellent is thy loving
kindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow
of thy wings.”

Psalm 145 reiterates this theme of God's concern for all His
creatures: “The Lord is good to all, and His tender mercies are over all His
works … thou satisfiest the desire of every living thing.”

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